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Number of red blood cells in the blood

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Red blood cell disorders

Measures: Number of red blood cells in the blood

Identifies: Red blood cell disorders

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What is the maximum days the report can be obtained for the test

The maximum days the report can be obtained for the test Pleural Fluid Analysis Test is typically 3-5 business days.

What are the prerequisites for the test Pleural Fluid Analysis Test

  • Physician's order
  • Consent form signed by the patient
  • Properly collected pleural fluid sample
  • Properly labeled sample container
  • Complete patient information (name, date of birth, medical record number)
  • Any relevant medical history or current medications
  • Proper storage and transportation of the sample to the laboratory

What are the measure values for the test Pleural Fluid Analysis Test

  • Appearance: Clear, cloudy, bloody, purulent
  • Color: Straw-colored, yellow, green, red, brown
  • Volume: Normal volume is less than 10 mL
  • pH: Normal range is 7.60 to 7.64
  • Protein: Normal range is 1.5 to 7.3 g/dL
  • Glucose: Normal range is 50 to 80 mg/dL
  • Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH): Normal range is less than 200 U/L
  • Cell Count: Normal range is less than 1000 cells/μL
  • Cell Differential: Predominantly lymphocytes or neutrophils

What does this test Pleural Fluid Analysis Test identify?

  • Cell counts: Determines the number of white blood cells, red blood cells, and other cells present in the pleural fluid. This can help diagnose infections, inflammation, or other conditions.
  • Protein levels: Measures the amount of protein in the pleural fluid, which can indicate conditions such as infection, cancer, or heart failure.
  • Glucose levels: Checks the amount of glucose in the pleural fluid, which can help diagnose conditions like infection or diabetes.
  • LDH levels: Measures the amount of lactate dehydrogenase in the pleural fluid, which can indicate conditions such as infection, cancer, or heart failure.
  • Microbiology: Looks for bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms in the pleural fluid to diagnose infections.
  • Cytology: Examines cells in the pleural fluid under a microscope to detect cancer cells or other abnormal cells.

Why is this test Pleural Fluid Analysis Test taken?

Reasons for Pleural Fluid Analysis Test

The Pleural Fluid Analysis Test is taken to help diagnose and monitor diseases or conditions that affect the pleura, the thin membrane that lines the chest cavity and surrounds the lungs. Some common reasons for this test include:

  • Determining the cause of pleural effusion, which is the buildup of fluid in the pleural space.
  • Evaluating infections such as pneumonia or tuberculosis that may be affecting the pleura.
  • Detecting cancerous cells in the pleural fluid, which may indicate the presence of a malignancy such as lung cancer or mesothelioma.
  • Assessing the presence of inflammatory conditions like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis that can cause inflammation of the pleura.
  • Monitoring the progress of treatment for pleural conditions and guiding further management decisions.

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